Omnibus operator Raf Trans relies on

exclusive travel with the Mercedes-Benz Tourismo.

Wolica/Poland, 15.04.2016

In March 2016 one of the biggest Polish bus operators, Warsaw-based firm Raf Trans Sp. z o.o., took delivery of around 60 new Mercedes-Benz Tourismo coaches. "We are proud to have been making a decisive contribution to the sustained success of Raf Trans for over 15 years with our economically-efficient coaches and outstanding service", said Roman Biondi, head of Market Management, Daimler Buses .

Antonio Cavotta, Director of EvoBus Polska, handed Rafał Jańczuk, the owner of Raf Trans, the symbolic key to his new fleet on the company's premises. At the handover Rafał Jańczuk commented: "During my very first visit to the Mercedes-Benz Mannheim bus and coach plant back in the year 2000, I decided to place my trust in the vehicles from Daimler Buses and since that time I have been systematically implementing my decision".Antonio Cavotta added: "We congratulate Raf Trans on the purchase of these buses and would like to express our thanks for the long-term partnership and the trust placed in our products and our company".

Mercedes-Benz Tourismo.

The 60 Tourismo touring coaches have been equipped to match the luxury travel company's high-end offer. Travel Star seats, adjustable on the aisle side and developed specifically for touring coach operation and featuring two-point seat belts, luggage nets and aisle-side pivoting armrests await the passenger. A galley, a toilet, an audio-video system, high-performance air conditioning system and tinted glass throughout round off the vehicles' luxury equipment.

The vehicles are powered by OM 470 Euro VI BlueEfficiency Power engines delivering 290 kW (394 hp). A power-assisted GO 210 six-speed transmission takes care of gearshifting.The safety systems include those already fitted as standard in the Tourismo such as the advanced emergency braking system (AEBS) and the Lane Assistant (SPA). As an additional safety feature, the company also opted for Litronic headlamps and reversing cameras for the vehicles.

Raf Trans bus and coach operator.

Passenger transport with touring coaches makes up the core business of the Raf Trans bus company. With nearly 200 employees and a fleet of around 150 buses and coaches (predominantly Mercedes-Benz), the firm also offers a VIP shuttle and transport on classic long-distance routes.